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Property Description
Positioned in the heart of Downtown Summit, this exceptional corner mixed-use property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a premier investment in one of New Jersey's most desirable and vibrant downtown districts. The property features three residential apartments on the second level including one one-bedroom residence and two studio apartments complemented by commercial space on the ground floor.The lower level offers expansive flexible space with direct exterior access, creating additional potential for storage, operations, creative workspace, or supplemental use opportunities. Residential tenants enjoy a dedicated private entrance from Franklin Place.Ideally situated just steps from the Summit Parking Garage, NJ Transit train station with direct service to New York City, boutique shopping, acclaimed dining, and everyday conveniences, the property benefits from exceptional visibility, strong pedestrian traffic, and a highly walkable commuter-centric location. The luxury townhome development along Franklin Place further enhances the long-term appeal and investment potential of this dynamic downtown corridor.Ideal for investors seeking stable mixed-use income, an owner-user desiring a flagship downtown presence, or a developer, this offering represents a unique opportunity within Summit commercial market.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 53 Summit Ave
General
- Price: $2,100,000
- Taxes: $19,783 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Retail
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4032916
- Updated: 6/9/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Business
- Includes: Building & Land
Interior
- Flooring: Carpeting, Concrete, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Restrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Restrooms - Private, Smoke Detector, Sprinkler System, Storage Area(s)
Parking
- Parking: None
Location
- County: Union
- Driving Directions: Corner of Summit Avenue and Franklin Place
- Location Details: Business District, Corner, Freestanding
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit, Central Air Conditioning, Wall A/C Unit(s)
- Heating Type: 4+ Units, Baseboard - Hotwater
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public Water
- Utility Description: Electric, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick/Block
- Exterior Const.: Brick/Block
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished-Partially, Full, Storage, Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles
- Loading: None
- Stories in Building: 2
- Square Feet: 4,200
- Aprox. Leasable: 4,200 Sq. Ft.
- Previous Bldg. Use: Mixed Use Building
- Office: 2,100 Sq. Ft.
Unit Information
- 1 Bedroom Units: 1
- Units w/Full Bath: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Lot Size: 41X64
- Permitted Use: Mixed Use
- Zoning: CBD
- Lot Description: Corner
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $500
- Expenses: Electricity, Gas/Oil, Insurance, Taxes, Water/Sewer
- Assessment Amount: $425,000
- Land Assmt: $131,000
- Tax Amount: $19,783
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Documents Avail.: Financial Statement, Income & Expenses, Leases, No Documents Available, Survey Available
- APN: 2918-03401-0000-00003-0000-
- Block: 3401
- Lot Number: 3
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Schools
Schools serving 53 Summit Ave
School District:Summit City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Hubbard Elementary School 52 Woodland Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 | 1-5 | 0.4 mi |
Jefferson Primary Center 110 Ashwood Avenue, Summit, NJ 07091 | PK-K | 0.8 mi |
L C Johnson Summit Middle School 272 Morris Avenue, Summit, NJ 07901 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Summit Sr High School 125 Kent Place Boulevard, Summit, NJ 07901 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 53 Summit Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/09/2026
Listed
$2,100,000
78.72%
MLS
6/23/2015
Sold
$1,175,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 53 Summit Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$19,320
1%
$425,000
—
2023
$19,197
1%
$425,000
—
2022
$18,998
-1%
$425,000
—
2021
$19,150
-1%
$425,000
—
2020
$19,338
5%
$425,000
—
2018
$18,432
-5%
$425,000
—
2017
$19,440
2%
$425,000
—
2016
$19,138
-1%
$425,000
—
2019
$19,367
44%
$425,000
33%
2015
$13,482
4%
$319,700
—
2013
$12,986
—
$319,700
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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53 Summit Ave, Summit, NJ 07901 (MLS# 4032916) is a Retail property. 53 Summit Ave is currently listed for $2,100,000 and was received on June 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 53 Summit Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Retail real estate for sale in Summit? You can browse all Summit real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

